Reviews & Ratings

2016 Susana Balbo Malbec "Crios Rose of Malbec"

Winery: Susana Balbo

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Crios Rose of Malbec"

Wine Category: Malbec

Grape blend: 100% Malbec

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Mendoza

State or country: Argentina

Price: $12

Cases produced: unknown

KWG Score: 89 (based on 1 review)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: June 23, 2017

Wine Review: This Rose from Susana Balbo is consistently very good. We found the 2016 as deep rose colored and opens with a salted caramel, floral and mandarin orange bouquet. On the palate, we found it to be medium bodied, smooth, rich, and well-balanced. We described its flavors as tasty honey crisp apples and cherries. The finish is nicely acidic and refreshing. We would pair this Rose with Thai food. - Karen and Stuart

Winemaker Notes: A beautiful, deep, vibrant rose color. Has a surprising amount of body for a rose wine, and beautiful aromas of fresh, ripe wild strawberries. On the palate, the flavors of strawberries and young cherries come rushing in, accompanied by some spice notes and a clean, dry finish. This is the perfect chicken wine and a charming companion to mildly spicy Asian cuisine.

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